Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN

Monday, March 3, 2025 — Wednesday, March 5, 2025
03/03/25 4:00 PM 03/05/25 12:00 PM America/Chicago Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN Synopsis We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done? At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created. Who’s It For? We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential. Schedule Day 1: 4:00pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:00pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center 400 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN 37219 United States Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com false MM/DD/YYYY

Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center

400 Commerce Street
Nashville, TN 37219 United States

http://www.herzogfoundation.connect.space

Synopsis

We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done?

At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created.

Who’s It For?

We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential.

Schedule

Day 1: 4:00pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:00pm start

Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own

Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early

Event Contact: Herzog Foundation Institute
training@herzogfoundation.com

Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN

Monday, March 3, 2025, 4:00 PM — Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 12:00 PM CST

03/03/25 4:00 PM 03/05/25 12:00 PM America/Chicago Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN Synopsis We can’t lead strategic organizations until we understand what it means to have strategic leadership. This training retreat builds up the leaders of our Christian schools. What is leadership? What does it mean to lead an organization toward a common goal? What are the common pitfalls and barriers to mission advancement? How do we manage our people, time, and resources more effectively given budget constraints and everyday tasks that must get done? At this training, you will learn the fundamentals of what it means to lead and how that differs from management. You will learn the core aspects of rallying a team that must be in place before we create effective systems and strategic plans. On an invitation-only basis, leaders will be invited to a post-training virtual coaching cohort for organizations of your size to walk through the initial strategic planning phase. We will overview the strategic plan process after exploring what must exist before a plan can be created. Who’s It For? We strongly encourage each organization to bring at least two leaders to this training. Ideal participants include the Head of School, board members, aspiring leaders, and other executive leadership team members. This training would also be a great professional development tool for new heads of schools or teachers and admin. team with leadership potential. Schedule Day 1: 4:00pm-8pm | Hotel provided | Allow ample travel time to be ready for our 4:00pm start  Day 2: 8am-5:30pm | Hotel provided | Dinner on your own  Day 3: 8am-12pm | Do not plan travel that would require you to depart early  Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center 400 Commerce Street, Nashville, TN 37219 United States Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning | March 2025 | Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com false MM/DD/YYYY

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Agenda Highlights:

All guests are required to attend the training in full including all sessions, activities, breaks, and group meals.

Breaks and snacks will be provided at various times during the session blocks. During group meals, food options will be available to accommodate select dietary restrictions such as gluten-free and vegetarian. Please plan accordingly for other dietary restrictions or preferences.

Agenda is subject to change.

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	03/03/25 3:00 PM 03/03/25 3:00 PM America/Chicago Arrival Information & Hotel Check-In View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28678 <br/> You have been assigned to either Hotel Indigo or the Fairlane Hotel! (check your email)<br> Check in is 3PM <ul><li>Hotel Indigo: 315 Union Street Nashville, TN</li><li>Fairlane Hotel: 401 Union Street Nashville, TN</li></ul> <br> You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything, the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. <br> <strong></strong><br> <strong>The event begins at 4:00pm.</strong> Please check in pri... Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 3:00 PM Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Arrival Information & Hotel Check-In You have been assigned to either Hotel Indigo or the Fairlane Hotel! (check your email) Check in is 3PM Hotel Indigo: 315 Union Street Nashville, TN Fairlane Hotel: 401 Union Street Nashville, TN You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything, the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. The event begins at 4:00pm. Please check in prior or leave your bags with the front desk to ensure on-time arrival to the event. Several paid parking options are available around Nashville. Self-parking is not offered at the hotel, but valet parking is for $65-$55 per day. Click here for a complete list of parking options in Downtown Nashville. Remember that parking is considered a transportation cost and is not covered by the Foundation. Airport Suggestions: Nashville International Airport - 15 minutes from hotel Less Info
	03/03/25 3:50 PM 03/03/25 4:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Training View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28679 <br/> Meet in the hotel lobby by 3:50pm to begin walking to the training venue. For those choosing to travel separately, please arrive to the venue by 4:00pm.<br> <ul><li>One of our team members will be in the lobby to walk you over. </li></ul> <br> Please arrive in Nashville prepared and ready to go. If needed, you can leave your belongings at the front desk to ensure you make it to Spark on time. Thanks! HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 3:50 - 4:00 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Training Meet in the hotel lobby by 3:50pm to begin walking to the training venue. For those choosing to travel separately, please arrive to the venue by 4:00pm. One of our team members will be in the lobby to walk you over. Please arrive in Nashville prepared and ready to go. If needed, you can leave your belongings at the front desk to ensure you make it to Spark on time. Thanks! Less Info
	03/03/25 4:00 PM 03/03/25 7:15 PM America/Chicago Event Begins: Opening Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28680 <br/> Registration<br> Welcome from HF<br> Meet Your Coaches<br> What it Means to Be a Strategic Organization<br> The Role of the Leader in Christian Education HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:00 - 7:15 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Event Begins: Opening Sessions Speakers Alan Pue · The Barnabas Group Erik Twist Registration Welcome from HF Meet Your Coaches What it Means to Be a Strategic Organization The Role of the Leader in Christian Education Session 1-2 Less Info
	03/03/25 7:15 PM 03/03/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Connection: Dinner Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28681 <br/> Connect with your peers over dinner. HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:15 - 8:00 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Connection: Dinner Together Connect with your peers over dinner. Less Info
	03/03/25 8:00 PM 03/03/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28682 <br/> Great job getting through the first night! Get some rest and be ready to dive in tomorrow. Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 PM Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Walk to Hotel Great job getting through the first night! Get some rest and be ready to dive in tomorrow. Less Info

	03/03/25 3:00 PM 03/03/25 3:00 PM America/Chicago Arrival Information & Hotel Check-In View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28678 <br/> You have been assigned to either Hotel Indigo or the Fairlane Hotel! (check your email)<br> Check in is 3PM <ul><li>Hotel Indigo: 315 Union Street Nashville, TN</li><li>Fairlane Hotel: 401 Union Street Nashville, TN</li></ul> <br> You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything, the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. <br> <strong></strong><br> <strong>The event begins at 4:00pm.</strong> Please check in pri... Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 3:00 PM Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Arrival Information & Hotel Check-In You have been assigned to either Hotel Indigo or the Fairlane Hotel! (check your email) Check in is 3PM Hotel Indigo: 315 Union Street Nashville, TN Fairlane Hotel: 401 Union Street Nashville, TN You'll be asked to put a CC on file for incidentals. If you don't charge anything, the deposit will be back in your account within 14 days. The event begins at 4:00pm. Please check in prior or leave your bags with the front desk to ensure on-time arrival to the event. Several paid parking options are available around Nashville. Self-parking is not offered at the hotel, but valet parking is for $65-$55 per day. Click here for a complete list of parking options in Downtown Nashville. Remember that parking is considered a transportation cost and is not covered by the Foundation. Airport Suggestions: Nashville International Airport - 15 minutes from hotel Less Info
	03/03/25 3:50 PM 03/03/25 4:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Training View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28679 <br/> Meet in the hotel lobby by 3:50pm to begin walking to the training venue. For those choosing to travel separately, please arrive to the venue by 4:00pm.<br> <ul><li>One of our team members will be in the lobby to walk you over. </li></ul> <br> Please arrive in Nashville prepared and ready to go. If needed, you can leave your belongings at the front desk to ensure you make it to Spark on time. Thanks! HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 3:50 - 4:00 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Walk to Training Meet in the hotel lobby by 3:50pm to begin walking to the training venue. For those choosing to travel separately, please arrive to the venue by 4:00pm. One of our team members will be in the lobby to walk you over. Please arrive in Nashville prepared and ready to go. If needed, you can leave your belongings at the front desk to ensure you make it to Spark on time. Thanks! Less Info
	03/03/25 4:00 PM 03/03/25 7:15 PM America/Chicago Event Begins: Opening Sessions View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28680 <br/> Registration<br> Welcome from HF<br> Meet Your Coaches<br> What it Means to Be a Strategic Organization<br> The Role of the Leader in Christian Education HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 4:00 - 7:15 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Event Begins: Opening Sessions Speakers Alan Pue · The Barnabas Group Erik Twist Registration Welcome from HF Meet Your Coaches What it Means to Be a Strategic Organization The Role of the Leader in Christian Education Session 1-2 Less Info
	03/03/25 7:15 PM 03/03/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Connection: Dinner Together View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28681 <br/> Connect with your peers over dinner. HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 7:15 - 8:00 PM HFNashville at Spark: Lipscomb's Idea Center \| 400 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37219 Connection: Dinner Together Connect with your peers over dinner. Less Info
	03/03/25 8:00 PM 03/03/25 8:00 PM America/Chicago Walk to Hotel View session: https://herzogfoundation.connect.space/accounts/events/organizational-leadership-and-strategic-planning-march-2025-nashville-tn/agenda/2025-03-03#session_row_28682 <br/> Great job getting through the first night! Get some rest and be ready to dive in tomorrow. Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Organizational Leadership and Strategic Planning \| March 2025 \| Nashville, TN training@herzogfoundation.com MM/DD/YYYY 8:00 PM Hotel Indigo OR Fairlane Hotel Walk to Hotel Great job getting through the first night! Get some rest and be ready to dive in tomorrow. Less Info